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KATHUA, March 28, 2026: The approval of a major sewerage and drainage project for Kathua and Lakhanpur by the National Green Tribunal is expected to address issues of waterlogging and sanitation. MLA Bharat Bhushan praised the continuous efforts and thanked the government for prioritizing this...

GANDERBAL, MARCH 27: The Deputy Commissioner of Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, chaired a detailed review meeting to assess preparedness for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026.During the meeting, the DC reviewed departmental action plans and emphasized the importance of initiating tendering...

The government has approved and released over five hundred ninety-two crore rupees in Untied Grants to Panchayati Raj Institutions and Rural Local Bodies in Maharashtra and Goa during the Financial Year (FY) 2025-26. The Ministry of Panchayati Raj stated that these Untied Grants will be used by...

Jammu, March 27 The nine-day ‘Shat Chandi Maha Yagya’ concluded at the revered shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi atop the Trikuta hills in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of Ram Navami, an official of the shrine board said on Friday.The special prayer was organized by the Shri...

In Jammu and Kashmir, the nine-day Shat Chandi Maha Yagya, organized by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) during Navratras for world peace, harmony, prosperity, and the well-being of humanity, concluded on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami at the Holy Shrine of Shri Mata...

Kathmandu, March 27 A rapper, a structural engineer, and a figure popular with Gen Z, Balen Shan, the youngest democratically elected prime minister of Nepal, created history on Friday after taking oath to serve as the nation's top executive.The 35-year-old is also the first person from the...

New Delhi, March 25 The Municipal Corporation of Delhi gave its in-principle approval on Wednesday to launch "Nigam Shri Schools" – premium, modern schools for meritorious students from economically weaker sections.Officials said the proposal was accepted in a meeting; however, the final...

Bilaspur, March 25 At least 4,400 chickens have died following an outbreak of bird flu (avian influenza) at a state-run poultry farm in Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, prompting authorities to intensify surveillance within a 10-kilometre radius, officials said.Dr GS Tanwar, a joint director...

Noida, March 24 With Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to inaugurate the Noida International Airport on March 28, District Magistrate Medha Roopam reviewed preparations at the venue in Jewar on Tuesday, focusing on security, logistics, and public convenience.During her inspection, the...

Bhubaneswar, March 24 The Odisha government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Union Ministry of Water Resources on Tuesday to implement the Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, providing for tap water connections in all houses in the state.The agreement was signed in New Delhi, with Chief...

In Jammu and Kashmir, the holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi is experiencing a significant increase in the number of pilgrims visiting during the ongoing Navratri festival. Over 200,000 devotees have paid their respects in the first six days. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that the...

New Delhi, March 23 TMC MP Saket Gokhale said on Monday that the NDA government has revised its own 2025-26 Budget Estimate by nearly Rs 10 lakh crore."Rs 10 lakh crore is the difference between what they present in the budget versus what is in the revised estimates," Gokhale said, taking a...

Noida, March 22 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inspected the Noida International Airport on Sunday to review preparations for its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28, officials said.The chief minister also carried out an on-site inspection of arrangements for...

New Delhi, March 20 – Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, sharing his thoughts on building "Developed Delhi@2047," an official said.LG Sandhu met with the Prime Minister in his office and briefed him on his experience in the Lok...

Bhaderwah, March 19: A market inspection drive was conducted across the town, under the supervision of Sunil Bhutyal, in the lead-up to Eid-ul-Fitr, to ensure fair trade practices and the availability of essential goods.Officials inspected shops for overpricing, black market activities, and...

POONCH, MARCH 19: The Indian Army's Ace of Spades Division organized a "Clean India" cleanliness drive in Tain Basti, Poonch, with the participation of 30 villagers and local children.The initiative focused on cleaning public spaces, proper waste disposal, and raising awareness about hygiene...

JAMMU, MARCH 18: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, reviewed the arrangements for the Shree Machail Mata Yatra 2026, with a focus on ensuring a smooth and safe annual pilgrimage.The meeting discussed key aspects, including registration (online/offline), the potential implementation...

Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, chaired a high-level meeting to review the arrangements for the upcoming Shree Machail Mata Yatra 2026.During the meeting, a comprehensive review of preparations along the yatra route was undertaken, covering key aspects such as registration (online...

The auspicious Chaitra Navratri festival began on Thursday with grand celebrations and a large influx of devotees at key shrines across Jammu, particularly at the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine and Bahu Fort, which houses the Bawe Wali Mata Temple.Despite continuous rainfall in the...

Gurugram, March 18 The Gurugram Municipal Corporation unanimously approved the budget estimate for the financial year 2026-27 in a special meeting held on Wednesday, an official said.Presenting the budget estimate, Chief Accounts Officer Vijay Kumar stated that estimates have been prepared for...